Horsback riding tours at Amager West nature reserve
Horseback riding at West Amager – guided tours For hose lovers and the otherwise adventurous lies a great opportunity for at day out of the central city at the nature reserve at West Amager. The stables Amager Voksenridetur offers guided…
The University Gardens at Frederiksberg
The University Garden at Frederiksberg In the center of Frederiksberg you will find the University Gardens of the University of Copenhagen. It is a small botanical garden and is one of the prettiest green spots around Copenhagen. It is used…
Copenhagen harbour – a walk from Amalienborg to The Little Mermaid
Copenhagen harbour – from Amalienborg to The Little Mermaid If you only have time for one walk along the harbour in Copenhagen this one is the one to do. This short and easy walk takes you past a handful of…
King’s Garden in the spring
Rosenborg Castle in King’s Garden is just like a fairytale The crocus lawn i front of the Rosenborg Castle makes King’s Garden in Copenhagen like a fairytale in the early spring. The crocuses are all up showing their amazing colours…
Winter in Copenhagen
Winter in Copenhagen – nice cold outdoor activities Winter in Copenhagen falls in the months December to February. It gets dark early and can be grey, cold and dreary. But there is much to do outside if you dress wisely…
Christiansborg Palace area
The area around Christiansborg Palace rewards the visitor with an abundance of historic buildings in neo-baroq, rococo and neo-classical styles. If you are lucky your visit might coincide with a work out of the horses from the Royal Stables behind…
Christmas in Copenhagen – time for hygge
When December comes it’s time for Copenhagen Christmas. The darkness of December is the perfect backdrop for Christmas hygge. When the sun sets in the afternoon the the city is lit up with Christmas lights in all corners. When you…
Assistens Cemetery – visit the graves of Hans Christian Andersen and Soren Kierkegaard
While the Assistens Cemetery in the middle of Norrebro is commenly used as a park where the locals walk their dogs and go sunbathing it is also the proud final resting place of many a famous Dane. In fact, probably…
Refshaleøen is the undeveloped industrial area in Copenhagen – raw and upcoming
At Refshaleøen (Refshaleoen Island) you find a raw, undeveloped industrial area with cool restaurants, skater park (Refshaleøen Skate Park) right at the water front, indoor climbing park (Blocks and Walls) and – in the summer time – a large food…
King’s Garden
King’s Garden in Copenhagen is considered one of the city’s most beloved parks. It surrounds the Rosenborg Castle with well kept lawns, old trees and secluded flower gardens. https://youtu.be/Q7VSnMBF7Vk The fountain in the center of the garden is a pretty…
The Botanical Gardens in the fall
The Botanical Gardens (also known as Botanisk Have in Danish) in the center of Copenhagen is a special experience when the leaves of the trees turn golden and the light is low in the fall. In the old garden from…
Kastellet (the Citadel) – now that you are already at the little mermaid
The Citadel in Copenhagen is right next to the Little Mermaid. Many feels that the Little Mermaid is a disappointment. However, if you make the whole area around the mermaid your destination it is a worthwhile expedition. The harbour, the…
Vestre Cemetery in the fall
In the fall gardens and parks of Copenhagen transforms into a haven of brown, red, yellow and golden leaves. No exemption is Vestre Cemetery with all is deciduous trees that shed their leaves in the months of October. If you…
5 great parks and gardens in Copenhagen
There are many very beautiful parks and gardens in Copenhagen. I have picked 5 of the best parks and gardens for you to explore or enjoy on a sunny day. The Royal Library Garden Hidden well behind the Christiansborg Castle…
The Royal Library Garden
Between Christiansborg Castle and The older Royal Library is a hidden gem: a secluded garden with a beautiful fountain, flowers and benches. On a sunny day in September there are flowers in abundance and many people peacefully enjoying the…
The Lakes
The Lakes in Copenhagen is often referred to as the lungs of Copenhagen. It is a row of five artificial lakes surrounding the inner city. They span the intire city from Vesterbro, through Nørrebro to Østerbro. Along the shores is…
The Valby Park – good thing to do if you are in Copenhagen with kids
The Valby Park is one of the biggest parks in Copenhagen. It consists of large lawns, a popular playground, lots of flower beds and trees and it faces the sea to the east. It is a perfect spot for fresh…
Sunset walk along the harbour
Yesterday we took a long walk on the west side of the harbour in the evening to enjoy the sunset. From Vesterbro it is easy to access the west side of the harbor by crossing the Bryggebroen Bridge at Fisketorvet…
Copenhagen harbour – choose the west side for peace and quiet
Copenhagen harbour – choose the west side for peace and quiet The eastern bank of Copenhagen’s harbour is not as crowded as the western side at Islands Brygge can be. It is gaining momentum now that the second harbour bath…
Harbour bath at Copenhagen Mall – swim in the clear waters of the harbour
One of the coolest things to do when you visit Copenhagen is to enjoy a swim right in the clear waters of the harbour. The harbour bath at Copenhagen Mall might not be the most popular one. However, if you…
How to spell Copenhagen? Or Kopenhagen or .. even Coppenhagen? And where is it?
How do you spell Copenhagen What is the capital of Denmark called and how do you spell it? Some people go for Kopenhagen, others prefer Copenhagen and others yet opt for Koppenhaggen or Coppenhagen. The correct name is København, which…
Springtime in Frederiksberg Gardens
Frederiksberg Gardens in Copenhagen is one of the biggest parks of the city and is at its best on a sunny day in spring. It is a beautiful and peaceful place where people go when they need a bit of…
Frederiksberg Gardens
The large park of Frederiksberg Gardens is one of the biggest parks of Copenhagen. It is located in the neighbourhood of Frederiksberg a short ride by Metro from the city center. This is a great place to see the Copenhageners…
Vestre Cemetery – a place for the living
Vestre Cemetery is not only a place for the dead. The people of Copenhagen use their churchyards as gardens and places to relax quitely, walk the dog, the baby stroller or go for a run. Vestre cemetery is no exception…
Copenhagen Harbour – East side walk
The harbour area of Copenhagen is a great place for a good walk. You can take the entire circle of 10 km’s or just finish a shorter section. When I am in the mood for a quiet walk I walk…
Frederiksberg Gardens – its colony of the Grey Heron
In Frederiksberg Gardens there is a large colony of the Grey Heron. They can be seen around the lake to the east side. The Grey Heron is not a rare bird in Copenhagen. It has settled in the city and…
Welcome to Copenhagen
Welcome to Copenhagen. As a visitor to a foreign city it can be difficult to find the good places.